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COMPLILED BY BOB DODA and MATTHEW BACCHUS
EDITOR’S PICKS
Madeline makes merry
Sunday, February 13, 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Queens Theatre in the Park: Madeline and the Bad Hat; based on the much-loved heroine in the famous series of books by Ludwig Bemelmans; Madeline, a happy-go-lucky Parisian girl with a mischievous spirit, embarks on an exciting adventure and learns that first impressions are often misleading; call 718-760-0064 or visit www.queenstheatre.org.
WEEKEND EVENTS
Saturday, January 29, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Queens Theatre in the Park: Goldilocks and the 3 Bears; part of Queens Theatre in the Park’s Kids’ Corner series, sponsored by Queens Center; a hilarious adventure into the woods; call 718-760-0064 or visit www.queenstheatre.org for ticket information.
January 29, 8 p.m., NYCB Theatre at Westbury: Edgar Winter/Rick Derringer Live; the “Free Ride” rockers play their classics; call 800-745-3000 or visit www.livenation.com.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 28
4 p.m. Hollis Library: Intergenerational Plant Project; children ages 6 and older, and older adults can participate in a program involving plants, memories and writing. For more information, call 718-465-7355.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 29
2 p.m. Flushing Library: Peking Opera Performance; New York Chinese Opera Society will sponsor a special performance of Peking opera to celebrate the Chinese New Year; the program includes many popular singing pieces like “Wu Jia Po” and “Fleeing Down the Mountain,” featuring Xing Wang, Hong Wang, Ling Wang and Peter Lu; call 718-661-1200.
3 p.m. Bayside Library: Diane Hoffman; talented vocalist Diane Hoffman presents her musical tribute to Johnny Mercer, a prolific lyricist responsible for close to 1,500 songs; call 718-229-1834.
8 a.m. Langston Hughes Library: Citizenship Program; CUNY Citizenship Application Assistance Day – free application assistance by experienced professionals for those who are interested in that service; call 718-651-1100.
10 a.m. Long Island City Library: Introduction to Facebook; Facebook is a great way to find out what your friends and family are up to, and make new connections that might help you in your career; we will help you set up your new Facebook account on the spot and answer your questions; call 718-752-3700.
11 a.m. Langston Hughes Library: Free Tax Preparation; Get free help with your 2010 taxes; call 718-651-1100.
3 p.m. Long Island City Library: Author Talk with Sanford Rubenstein, Civil and Victims’ Rights Attorney; Rubenstein, attorney in many high-profile cases, discusses his book “The Outrageous Rubenstein: How a Media-Savvy Trial Lawyer Fights for Justice and Change.” Free copies will be available to the first 40 attendees; call 718-752-3700.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 30
Noon Our Lady of Lourdes School: International Festival/Open House; Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic school will host an International Festival with foods from around the world following noon Mass in Stewart Hall; live performances from students.
5 p.m. The Church in the Gardens: Musica Reginae Presents Folk Influences; a concert with the world’s most beloved chamber music influenced by folk music and cultures from around the world; call 718-894-2178 or visit www.musicareginae.org.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1
1 p.m. Hollis Library: Free Individual Income Tax Counseling; free income tax counseling for low income older adults presented by AARP; call 718-465-7355.
2 p.m. Hillcrest Library: African Art and Design: A Craft Workshop for Adults; celebrate Black History Month; explore traditional African patterns and create your own decorative arts and crafts; call 718-454-2786.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 2
1 p.m. Broad Channel Library: AARP Tax Help; free tax help for taxpayers with low and middle incomes, with special attention given to those age 60 and older; all taxpayers must bring a government photo ID, Social Security Cards for all dependents, as well as last year’s tax return, W-2 forms, SSA-1099 (Social Security Statement), all 1099 forms and all other tax related documents; space is limited and people will be seen on a first come, first served basis; call 718-318-4943.
7-10 p.m. Borough Hall, Kew Gardens: What to Do When A Veteran Dies; seminar presented by the Disabled American Veterans; guest speakers; space is limited; call 718-263-2508 to reserve your place.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 3
7 p.m. Samuel Field Y: Dance, Zumba and Fitness Class for Cancer Survivors; join the ongoing class every Thursday with oncology nurse and fitness specialist Beth Levine; call 516-987-7524.
FUTURE EVENTS
February 4, 8 p.m., Tilles Center: Pilobolus; unique and athletic dancers return with new work and revivals not seen before; call 516-299-3100 or visit www.tillescenter.org.
Sunday, February 6, 2-5 p.m. York College Facility Dining Room: 22nd Annual African American Read-In; join in this year’s celebration of the voices of African American writers or bring your own writings to read; call 917-853-9377 or email reneeybanks@aol.com.
Saturday, February 19, 8 p.m. Tilles Center: Cats; the show that revolutionized musical theatre is returning to Tilles Center for the Performing Arts for one night only; call 516-299-3100 or visit www.tillescenter.org.
Sunday, February 27, 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Queens Theatre in the Park: The School of American Ballet (SAB): The Beauty of Ballet; world-famous School of American Ballet, the official academy of New York City Ballet, comes to Queens Theatre in the Park; SAB faculty will introduce children to the beauty of ballet, and illustrate how talented students can develop into accomplished classical dancers; call 718-760-0064, tickets are free.
